Wilmington Custom Home Builders

Home Building, Renovations & Light Commercial

Founded by John Batson, a lifelong resident of Wilmington, Kure Beach, and Carolina Beach, Shipshape Building Company is built on a foundation of deep local knowledge, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to excellence. With nearly 20 years of experience as the Building Inspector for the Town of Kure Beach, John brings an exceptional understanding of coastal construction, including high wind and flood resistant building practices as well as the unique challenges of oceanfront development.

At Shipshape Building Company, our mission extends beyond constructing beautiful custom homes. We are dedicated to providing a seamless and transparent client experience built on integrity, precision, and accountability. John’s hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and insistence on getting every detail right the first time set the tone for the entire team and every project we take on.

Along with his professional expertise, John remains deeply involved in the Wilmington and Kure Beach communities, serving as a volunteer firefighter and supporting several local nonprofit initiatives. At Shipshape Building Company, we take pride in building more than homes, we build lasting relationships, trust, and structures that are made to endure the coastal environment for generations to come.

Custom Home Building We offer exceptional service extending beyond building top-tier custom homes, we strive to create lasting relationships.

Complete Renovations Committed to building homes that stand the test of time and fostering a client-focused experience every step of the way.

Commercial Projects In-depth expertise in regulatory requirements and the complexities of construction and oceanfront development.

At Shipshape Building Company, expert craftsmanship and dedication to quality are at the forefront.

Expert craftsmanship & dedication to quality.

“At Shipshape Building we build more than custom homes. We deliver a seamless and transparent experience rooted in integrity, precision, and John’s hands-on leadership.”

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Mailing Address

Ship Shape Building, Co.
P.O. Box 172
Carolina Beach, NC 28428

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Contact Info

Owner John Batson
Telephone: (910) 458-8671
info@shipshapebuildingco.com

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Community & Connection

John is committed to exceptional service and strives to create lasting relationships with each client. Beyond the job site, John gives back to his community as a volunteer firefighter and nonprofit leader.

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Services Offered

– Custom Home Building
– Complete Renovations
– Light Commercial

To get started, give us a call at (910) 458-8671

Founded by Carolina Native John Batson

John’s commitment to exceptional service extends beyond building top-tier custom homes; he strives to create lasting relationships with each client. His work ethic, meticulous planning, and focus on doing things right the first time are cornerstones of Shipshape’s approach. Beyond the job site, John gives back to his community as a volunteer firefighter and nonprofit leader. At Shipshape Building, we’re committed to building homes that stand the test of time and fostering a positive, client-focused experience every step of the way.